Liberal Arts Academy at Henry Clay  

Liberal Arts Academy at Henry Clay

Academy Junior Seminar Arts and Humanities Assignment

DANCE

Arts and Humanities High School Skills and Concepts-DANCE

All juniors in Kentucky will be expected to know and will be tested on the Arts and Humanities objectives listed below.

High School Skills and Concepts – Dance

Students will

·         use appropriate terminology to analyze and evaluate the use of elements in a variety of dance (space, time, force)

·         apply elements of dance and principles of movement (e.g., balance, initiation of movement, weight shift) to:

o    expressively create and perform a range of patterns of movement

o    analyze and evaluate the use of choreographic forms in dance (theme and variation, rondo, narrative)

o    analyze and describe how themes in dances and styles of dance communicate ideas and feelings

o    identify and explain characteristics of dance styles (ballet, tap, jazz, modern)

describe and analyze the relationships between and among music, costumes, lighting, props/scenery and choreography

·         describe, analyze and evaluate distinguishing characteristics of dance representing a variety of world cultures and historical/style periods (European: Renaissance, Baroque, Modern and Contemporary Romantic; American: Realism, Modern and Contemporary)

·         observe, classify and perform dance representing a variety of world cultures and historical/style periods

·         examine dance from various world cultures and explain how dance reflects the culture, cultural beliefs or blending of cultures; use examples to illustrate how dance has directly influenced society or culture

examine dance from various time periods and explain how the influence of time and place are reflected in the dance

·         compare, interpret and explain purposes for which dance is created (ceremonial, recreational, artistic expression)

·         create new, observe, choose and perform dance to fulfill a variety of specific purposes

·         be actively involved (individually and in groups) in creating and performing dance (using the elements of dance: space, time and force) in a variety of choreographic forms (theme and variation, rondo, narrative)

·         demonstrate appropriate alignment, strength and flexibility while performing dance movement

·         apply knowledge of dance elements and dance terminology to:

o    expressively create and perform dance to communicate thoughts, ideas and/or feelings

o    describe and critique their own performances and the performances of others

·         identify and apply criteria for evaluating dance (e.g., skill of performers, originality, emotional impact, variety, interest)

·         demonstrate behavior appropriate for observing the particular context and style of dance being performed; discuss opinions with peers in a supportive and constructive way

·         explore skills and training necessary for a variety of careers related to dance

 Academy Junior Seminar Arts and Humanities Assignment

DANCE

REQUIREMENT-

During the 2007-2008 school year will are required to attend a minimum of 2 approved dance events.  You can participate in any dance event listed on the Lexington Arts Council web site

www.lexarts.org

You can search and sort dance events for any month.

You must contact Mrs. Workman to seek approval for any DANCE event that is not listed on the Lexington Arts Council web site.

ASSIGNMENT-

For each dance event that you attend you must complete the attached DANCE Critique form completely using the appropriate dance terminology as outlined and described in the Arts and Humanities Skills and Concepts objectives listed on the first page.

DUE DATES-

The first of two DANCE Critiques must be completed and submitted on or before December 3, 2007.

The second of two DANCE Critiques must be completed and submitted on or before March 31, 2008.

No critiques will be accepted late.  A zero will be recorded on Dec. 4, 2007 for any DANCE Critique not received and a zero will be recorded on April1, 2008 for any DANCE Critiques not received.

GRADE-

Each successful critique will receive a maximum of 100 points, a value of 10% of the total grade for the Arts and Humanities course.

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